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Known as the Tavern O. Henry made famous. Who's O. Henry? . Henry wrote the classic Gift of the Magi here at his favorite booth by the front doors, in 1904. A visit to Pete's Tavern wouldn't be complete if you didn't stop by the birthplace of Teddy Roosevelt. Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site located at 28 East 20th Street, between Park Avenue South and Broadway.

Even if you have never been to Pete's Tavern you probably already know this local Gramercy Park legend. Pete's is often seen on television, appearing on CNN, VH-1, BBC, Seinfeld, Law and Order, Sex and the City, Fox Cable News and The Food Network. It has been showcased in several motion pictures, including Ragtime, Endless Love, and the Sony Imax feature Across the Sea of Time.

Pete's has also been in many print and television advertisements for such companies as Hanes, Miller Beer and Samuel Adams Brewery. Pete's Tavern first opened its doors in 1864. From that date to today, it has remained open. This achievement makes Pete's both an official historical landmark and the longest continuously operating bar and restaurant in New York City. Not even Prohibition force Pete's to close its doors: it remained open disguised as a flower shop.

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